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Temporary Porter

Closing Date: June 16, 2026
Vacancy Number: FMIC/HR/575
Number of Positions:4

Background:

Established in 2006 through a partnership between the Government of Afghanistan, the Government of France, La Chaîne de l'Espoir, and the Aga Khan Development Network, FMIC has become Afghanistan's leading tertiary healthcare institution and a regional centre of excellence. Operated by the Aga Khan University, FMIC delivers high-quality, patient-centred care in accordance with international standards while serving as a hub for education, research, and innovation.

Over the past two decades, FMIC has provided healthcare services to more than 2.6 million patients, performed over 6,000 cardiac surgeries, and introduced numerous medical advancements, including Afghanistan's first open-heart surgery and a range of specialised diagnostic and treatment services. Through telemedicine, outreach programmes, and financial assistance initiatives, FMIC continues to expand access to quality healthcare for underserved populations across the country.

Beyond clinical care, FMIC plays a vital role in strengthening Afghanistan's health system through the training of healthcare professionals, postgraduate medical education, and the promotion of innovation and evidence-based practice. As it enters its third decade of service, FMIC remains committed to excellence, equity, and sustainable healthcare development, improving health outcomes and transforming lives across Afghanistan and the region.
 

Job summary:

  • Transport patients of the unit safely to concerned departments for necessary tests, procedures etc. and bring them back to the unit.
  • Deliver and bring back specimens, files, equipment etc. to and from identified departments as advised by area head.

    Job Responsibilities:

    Regular Responsibilities

Assist in safe transfer of patients to and from bed, chair, wheelchair, stretcher or trolley ensuring necessary safety measures.
Transport patients safely from one department to another.
Maintain confidentiality with reference to specific patient identity and their files by ensuring that patient related issues are not discussed with anybody except those authorized.
Show courtesy in communication with patient relatives, co-workers and supervisors.
Take proper transmission of equipment at the beginning of shift.
Keep the record of equipment movement slips.
Transfer equipment needed for patient care.
Ensures & maintains proper cleaning and storage of all designated equipment.
Ensure the availability of filled oxygen cylinders in the unit.
Collect and transport the following items:
Medications
Files
Blood and blood products
Specimens
Files
CSSD items
Warehouse items if required.
Ensure that soiled specimens (blood, urine, and stool) are adequately packed before transporting.
Ensure that specimens are correctly labeled using two identifiers before delivery to the specified destinations.
Demonstrate awareness related to standard precautions and adhere to infection control policies.
Prepare incubator, ventilator, bed and baby coat for patients.
Maintain work areas clean as assigned by the supervisor.
In OPD, he/she prepares the clinics before start of the clinics
Keep an accurate account of stock items on trolleys and report to area supervisor for necessary replenishment.
Maintain stocking of linen cupboards, masks, shoe covers daily to ensure an adequate supply.
Assist in the transfer of documents within the department and inter-departmental assigned
Ensure confidentiality of the documents during the transfer
Communicate problems related to job functions to immediate supervisor.
Any other related task assigned by the supervisor. Use telephone courtesy.
Must be regular and punctual at work with > 96% attendance.
Keeps oneself well-groomed and always maintains the uniform code.
Participates in professional activities
Accepts the management decision to work in any of the areas when transferred or assigned as per institution's need.
Accepts hospitals' policy in complying with the area specific uniform.
Able to discharge duties on public holidays and off days; and perform long duty hours and shift duties including night shift as per need.
Be accessible through phone during off-days and leave-days; and discharge duty in case of emergency when called.
Perform any other related task as assigned by supervisor.

 Periodic Responsibilities

Participate in unit meetings and educational programs as required.

Offer duty in emergency cases. 

Report incidents to the supervisor.

Participate in departmental preparation activities for JCIA and ISO audits.
 Qualification and Education:

High School Graduate.

​ Work experience:

Not essential
 

Knowledge and competencies (State skills, abilities & traits required)   

Possesses knowledge and competency as per Competency Based Orientation (CBO).

Demonstrate understanding of principals of asepsis

An effective team player and contributes to team building.

Possesses good interpersonal and communication skills.

Able to organize workload.

Understand basic written and verbal English.

Ability to cope with stressful situations.

Must be regular and punctual.

Keeps him/herself well-groomed and observes the uniform code at all times.

Be motivated towards learning and capacity development.

Represents positive image of FMIC via professional appearance and behavior.

Take feedback from supervisors and work to improve on the identified areas.

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Submission Guideline:

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Please note:  

You are allowed to apply only before the closing date.

Before submitting your resume, make sure that it has specific details about your qualifications and experience, including the dates.

Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the criteria will be contacted.

If you are not invited for a written test or interview within a four-week period, please consider that your application was not considered for this vacancy.

Validated copies of academic certificates/diplomas will be requested only if you are se​